1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 191 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
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1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
Model | Pajero | Patriot |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |